2000 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Insight | A8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 444 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3122 mm |