2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 2010 Honda Civic. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
