2007 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
