2006 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 727 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.
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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |