2002 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |