2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 193 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | S8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |