2004 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |