2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Odyssey | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |