1994 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Audi A8 (249 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
