1996 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | S4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |