2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 123 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Odyssey | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |