1997 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 42 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
