2008 Audi S6 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S6 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |