2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 2008 Honda Civic. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1667 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
