2000 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
