2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 135 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 Odyssey. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
