1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S80 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
