2011 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A4 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
