2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |