2010 Audi A5 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 568 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A5 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
