2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2001 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
