2009 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |