2007 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today 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 397 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Today |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
