2007 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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 A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
