2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
