2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 683 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 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 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
