1999 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |