2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1207 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
