2007 Audi TT vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Audi TT | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | TT | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |