2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
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 XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 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 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
