1999 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 1479 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 1999 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
