2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 1,799 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
