2012 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, both 2012 Audi A5 and 2012 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (168 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.

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, 2012 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Audi A5 2012 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A5 Civic
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 138 HP
Torque 350 Nm 174 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors


 

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