2011 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C70. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
