2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 820 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi LeMans has manual transmission. 2003 Audi LeMans will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | LeMans | Today |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
