2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
