1999 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
