2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |