2005 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
