2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 822 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
