2007 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi S4 2005 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model S4 Accord
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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