1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Volvo S80

To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 1999 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A4 1999 Volvo S80
Make Audi Volvo
Model A4 S80
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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