2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A8 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |