2007 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |