2009 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos

To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2002 Honda Vamos
Make Audi Honda
Model A8 Vamos
Year Released 2009 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 149 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 130 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 73 L


 

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