2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
