2005 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
