2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 296 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 RS4 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 RS4 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 RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
