2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
