2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Honda Accord

To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 2013 Honda Accord. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.

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2004 Audi A4 2013 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Accord
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2356 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0 : 1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1531 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4862 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2775 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.4 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.3 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L