2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
