2004 Audi A2 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A2 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A2 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |