2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
