2007 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
