2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2009 Volvo S40

To start off, both 2009 Audi Q5 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.

Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q5 2009 Volvo S40
Make Audi Volvo
Model Q5 S40
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90 mm
Top Speed 204 km/hour 215 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1460 mm


 

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