2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S80 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
