2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. 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 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |