2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
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 XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
