2008 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 266 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
