2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
