2000 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2000 Audi A4 and 2000 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
