2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 679 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |