2010 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi S3 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, 2001 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, 2001 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | S3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
