2008 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 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 342 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S8 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.7 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |