2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Honda Inspire. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Inspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Inspire | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Inspire | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2944 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |