2006 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 68 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A8 | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |