2004 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
