2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
