2008 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Volvo S60 and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S60 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S60 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
