2008 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
