2003 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 3 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
