1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
