2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2002 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. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
