2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |