2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (257 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
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 V70 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
