2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 326 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.
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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
