2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Audi TT.
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 Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT. 2004 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Audi TT | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |