2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |