2007 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V 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 169 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. 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 (430 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
