2006 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
