2009 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |