2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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 1999 Honda Civic. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
