2004 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |