2002 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 1534 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | R8 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
