2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Fit 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 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 150 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |