2007 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 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 326 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 819 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |