2003 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2003 Audi A4 and 2003 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A4 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |