2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (241 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |