2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS4 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (449 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
