2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |