2005 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | W | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
