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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 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 648 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 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. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A4 2008 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Accord
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 99 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L