2008 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2002 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Accord
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1114 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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