2008 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
