2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 4 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
