2009 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2009 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
