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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 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 Honda Accord weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (170 Nm @ 4500 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 | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |