2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 521 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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 2010 Honda Accord. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |