2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 822 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Q7 | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |