2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2780 mm |