2007 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
