2007 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
