2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | S5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
