2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Audi RS6.
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, 2008 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | RS6 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
