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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |