2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 174 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |