2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi A7 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 440 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |