2002 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
