2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc, 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (197 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 (280 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Civic
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1982 cc 1803 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 140 HP
Torque 280 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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