2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Honda Civic. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
