1997 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Audi A8 2007 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A8 Civic
Year Released 1997 2007
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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