2008 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2010 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Civic
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 201 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1249 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 5.7 L/100km


 

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