2009 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |