2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
