2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |