2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Honda Legend

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Honda Legend were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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 Legend. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Honda Legend
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Legend
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2392 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 303 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 223 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 68 L


 

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