2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2010 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Civic
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 1950 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4503 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1753 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 30 L


 

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