2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 740 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.
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, 2004 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
