2001 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
