1998 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 556 Nm | 136 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |