2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 288 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 2012 Honda Pilot. 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |