2007 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8 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 | 1910 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
