Germany vs Japan — 1991 vs 2002
| S4 C4 UrS4 2.2 20V Turbo | Accord Euro R CL7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 230 hp | 220 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 152 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 2,226 cc | 1,998 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.9 sec | 6.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 146 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.3 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Weight | 3,704 lbs | 2,932 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,693 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Length | 4,790 mm | 4,665 mm |
| Units Produced | 7,298 | — |
| Original MSRP | $43,950 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $60,000 | $35,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1991 Audi S4 C4 UrS4 2.2 20V Turbo brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed to the table, and the 2002 Honda Accord Euro R CL7 answers with lighter weight, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between Germany and Japan automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1991 Audi S4 C4 UrS4 2.2 20V Turbo versus 2002 Honda Accord Euro R CL7 is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1991 Audi S4 C4 UrS4 2.2 20V Turbo producing 230 hp and the 2002 Honda Accord Euro R CL7 delivering 220 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Audi S4 uses a Inline-5 DOHC 20V Turbo displacing 2,226 cc, while the Honda Accord Euro R relies on a Inline-4 DOHC i-VTEC with 1,998 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1991 Audi S4 C4 UrS4 2.2 20V Turbo edges ahead at 5.9 seconds versus 6.3 seconds. The Honda Accord Euro R carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 772 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.