2000 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C30. 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
