2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |