2003 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 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.

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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A4 2004 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Civic
Year Released 2003 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L