1999 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
