1999 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Today |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
