2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 25 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
