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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |