1996 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2725 mm |