2006 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 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 44 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | X670 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
