2006 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Insight |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |