2005 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (291 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
