2012 Audi A5 vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A5 | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A5 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |