2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |