2005 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 889 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2002 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A8 Civic
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4178 cc 1344 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 139 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.8:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L