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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 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 393 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.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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 A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |