2000 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2835 mm |
