2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
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 Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Inspire. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Inspire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
