2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V. 2006 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | FR-V | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
