2000 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
