2009 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V 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 (250 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
