2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |