2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | C70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |