2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | R8 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |