2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2005 Honda Accord 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. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2005 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Accord
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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