2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 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 A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 595 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 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |