2005 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 468 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
