Volvo V60 2010 vs Audi A4 2009
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volvo V60) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Audi A4) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 205 HP | 211 HP | |
| Torque: | 420 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
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Audi A4 is a more dynamic driving. Volvo V60 engine produces 6 HP less power than Audi A4, but torque is 70 NM more than Audi A4. Due to the lower power, Volvo V60 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 8.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 9.9 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V60 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo V60 consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that by driving the Volvo V60 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo V60 consumes 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Audi A4 2009 2.0 engine: This engine offers a good balance of power and fuel efficiency but is highly demanding in terms of service quality. One of its most notable issues is excessive oil consumption. While the manufacturer addressed this ... More about Audi A4 2009 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.72 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.50 m | |
| Volvo V60 is 9 cm shorter than the Audi A4, 3 cm wider, while the height of Volvo V60 is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 490 litres | |
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Audi A4 has more luggage space. Volvo V60 has 60 litres less trunk space than the Audi A4. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight: | 2`200 kg | 2`220 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo V60 scores higher in safety tests. The Volvo V60 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Volvo V60 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A4, so Volvo V60 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 6600 | 5800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.4/10 | 9.0/10 | |
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