2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |