2004 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | NSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |