2004 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A2 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
