2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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. Both 2007 Audi A4 and 2005 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 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 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
