2004 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
