2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2001 Audi Allroad. 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 S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Allroad | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
