2007 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
