2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | R8 | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |