Diesel (Audi A4) 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 (Volvo S60) 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:
204 HP
304 HP
Torque:
400 NM
440 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
7.1 seconds
5.9 seconds
Volvo S60 is a more dynamic driving. Audi A4 engine produces 100 HP less power than Volvo S60, whereas torque is 40 NM less than Volvo S60. Due to the lower power, Audi A4 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.9
9.9
The Audi A4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Audi A4 consumes 5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60, which means that by driving the Audi A4 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 750 litres of fuel.
Volvo S60 2013: It has Haldex Generation V proactive automatic four-wheel drive. The system analyzes input from the ABS and engine control units and can increase pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement when needed. Under normal driving conditions, the torque split is 100% front to 0% rear. If wheel spin is detected, torque can be split evenly between the axles (50%/50%).
Dimensions
Length:
4.70 m
4.63 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.87 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.48 m
Audi A4 is 7 cm longer than the Volvo S60, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A4 is 6 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
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380 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1749 litres
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A4 is 0.1 metres more than that of the Volvo S60.
