2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
