2008 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 Audi S4.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo C70 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | C70 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
