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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 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 56 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
