2007 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 2003 Honda Civic. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
