2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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 A4 (226 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |