2007 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
