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2009 Honda Civic and 2008 Audi A3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Honda Civic | Audi A3 | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
| Length | 176.7 in | 168.7 in | 8 in |
| Width | 69.0 in | 69.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 3660 lb. | -748 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.0 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 0.0 in | 51.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 36.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 52.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -42.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Audi A3
| 2008 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
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