2000 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 8 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2580 mm |
