2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |