1999 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 28 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
