2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |