2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
