2009 Audi S3 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 Audi S3 and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S3 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2204 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |