2007 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 244 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1999 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 1999 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) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
