2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
