2001 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |