2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |