2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |