2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 (415 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 711 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 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 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
