2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
