2008 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Honda Life.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
