2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1860 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
