2007 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Audi S8 and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
