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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
