2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2741 mm |
