2010 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 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) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
