2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 503 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |