2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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, 2008 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A5 | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |