1999 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
