2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight 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 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 132 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. 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 Insight. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
