2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |