1999 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 109 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S8 | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |