2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
