2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 463 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
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 | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |