2002 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Honda Civic

To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2002 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A4 2000 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Civic
Year Released 2002 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L