2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
