2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A8 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |