2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
