2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |