2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 (281 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Civic 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.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |