2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 275 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.
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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
