2005 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
