2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 S60 (350 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
