2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
