2011 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2003 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
