1999 Honda Today vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S8 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2010 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Today | S8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |