2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Audi A1 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |