2000 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Honda Today

To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Audi A8 1997 Honda Today
Make Audi Honda
Model A8 Today
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1400 mm