2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 613 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 2013 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 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Honda Civic. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |