2009 Volvo C70 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 Volvo C70 and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 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. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volvo C70 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | C70 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |