2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | RS4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |