2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
