2006 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 949 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Element | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
