2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord 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.
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2005 Audi A8 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |