2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C70.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
