2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S8 | FR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |