2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
