2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |