2007 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Volvo S40

To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi S8 2004 Volvo S40
Make Audi Volvo
Model S8 S40
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1950 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type AWD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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