2011 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S4 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
