2002 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
