1996 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1996 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 S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
