2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |