2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V 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. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 CR-V
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 236 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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