2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda Life

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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 Life. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2002 Honda Life
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Life
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 171 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 93 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 31 L