2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2011 Honda Odyssey 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. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
