2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
