2009 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | XC90 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
