2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 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 222 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | R8 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
