2009 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
