2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 361 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.
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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
