1994 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
