2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volvo S60 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | S60 | A4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |