2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 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 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2660 mm |
