2008 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
