2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Inspire | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Inspire | A4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 288 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2808 mm |