1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 237 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S8 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |