2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord 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 2005 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Accord
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 99 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L