2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (311 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S80 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
