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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
