2004 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |