2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 91 kg more than 2011 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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
