2008 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |