1991 Audi S2 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S2 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
