2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 Civic. 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 (330 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
