2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
