2004 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A2 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A2 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |