2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Honda Insight were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Insight |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 73 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |