2003 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
