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 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 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 262 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 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. 2005 Honda Accord 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 | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
