2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Volvo S80

To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP) has 277 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 846 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2010 Volvo S80
Make Audi Volvo
Model Q7 S80
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 494 HP 217 HP
Torque 1000 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2605 kg 1759 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 67 L