2006 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
