2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey

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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2008 Honda Odyssey
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Odyssey
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 3469 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 241 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L


 

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