1999 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 71 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
