2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 533 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Honda Accord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
