2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60. 2008 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
