2001 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S8 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2011 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | S8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |