2000 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2001 Honda Legend | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1940 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |