2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 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 291 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70. 2011 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | R8 | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |