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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 271 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.

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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord 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 2010 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A8 Accord
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1547 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L