2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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 (560 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
