2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 248 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 Civic. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |