2009 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
