2001 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Honda Saber
To start off, 2002 Honda Saber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Saber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2002 Honda Saber | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Saber |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2649 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 65 L |
