2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 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. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |