2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |