2009 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 2012 Honda Insight. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A8 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
