2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A8 | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |