1999 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 65 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 2013 Honda Accord. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
