1989 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi V8 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | V8 | Element |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |