2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | S4 | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |