2001 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 12 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
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 X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A8 | X670 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2815 mm |