2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2835 mm |
