2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |