2001 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2001 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Today |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
