2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S40. 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 (225 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
