2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 (225 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |