2004 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
