2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
