2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
