2008 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 588 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.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
