2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
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, 2005 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
