2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 814 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S8 | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |