2010 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Audi A8.
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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
