2005 Audi A2 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
