2001 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3110 mm |
