2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S80 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
