2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |