2008 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
