2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |