2005 Honda Element vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Element | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |