2002 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
