2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 20 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 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
