2004 Audi A2 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A2 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
