1998 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Audi A8
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2003 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | Integra | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
