2006 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
