2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 909 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
