2003 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 746 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |