2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
