2009 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
