2000 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
