2008 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
