1996 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 282 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |