2012 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A5 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
