2008 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 743 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | R8 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |
