2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S60. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60. 2009 Volvo S60 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 S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |