2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | CR-V | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
