2001 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A4 2007 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Civic
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4300 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 30 L