2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
