2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (134 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |