Audi A8 1997 vs Volvo 940 1990
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.5 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 122 HP | |
| Torque: | 310 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds | |
|
Audi A8 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A8 engine produces 28 HP more power than Volvo 940, whereas torque is 70 NM more than Volvo 940. Thanks to more power Audi A8 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 | 7.9 | |
|
The Audi A8 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Audi A8 consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo 940, which means that by driving the Audi A8 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres | 75 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1230 km in combined cycle | 940 km in combined cycle | |
| Audi A8 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A8) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Volvo 940) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.03 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.41 m | |
|
Audi A8 is larger. Audi A8 is 16 cm longer than the Volvo 940, 13 cm wider, while the height of Audi A8 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 525 litres | 470 litres | |
|
Audi A8 has more luggage capacity. Audi A8 has 55 litres more trunk space than the Volvo 940. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.3 meters | 9.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A8 is 2.4 metres more than that of the Volvo 940, which means Audi A8 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`195 | 1`945 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | low | high | |
| Volvo 940 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A8 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Volvo 940, so Volvo 940 quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 2200 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Audi A8 has
|
Volvo 940 has
| |