2012 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A5 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
