2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |