2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 @ 8200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |