2010 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1249 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
