2007 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |