2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |