2007 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | S4 | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |