2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda Stream

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Honda Stream 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 165 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. 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 Stream. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Stream 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 2005 Honda Stream
Make Audi Honda
Model A8 Stream
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4134 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.2 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1428 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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