2010 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (134 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi S8 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
