2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
