2003 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | RS6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
