Comfort
The Volvo S60 offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Audi A4 with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles.
Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volvo S60, drivers may find the Audi A4 a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Volvo S60 as you will with the Audi A4, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Volvo S60 is somewhat more expensive than the Audi A4.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Volvo S60 and the Audi A4 have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
The Volvo S60 is a little wider than the Audi A4, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Volvo S60 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Audi A4.
Drivetrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Volvo S60 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Audi A4.
Handling
The Volvo S60 has a larger turning radius than the Audi A4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Volvo S60 has a much more powerful engine than the Audi A4. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Volvo S60 and the Audi A4.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries into the Volvo S60 as you will in the Audi A4.
Warranty
The Volvo S60 comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Audi A4.
Compare the 2012 Volvo S60 and the 2012 Audi A4.
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2012 Volvo
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2012 Audi
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| Cash Back Rebate: | Up to $2,000 | Visit Rebate Center |
| Low APR Loan: | As low as 2.90% | As low as 1.00% |
| Lease Incentive: | -- | As low as 0.38% |
| City MPG: | 18 - 20 | 21 - 22 |
| Highway MPG: | 26 - 30 | 30 - 31 |
| Engine(s): | Inline-5, Inline-6 | Inline-4 |
| Seating Capacity: | 5 - 5 | 5 - 5 |
| Basic Warranty: | 4 years/50,000 miles | 4 years/50,000 miles |
Safety Rating: Front
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Good | Good |
Safety Rating: Side
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Good | Good |
Safety Rating: Rear
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Good | Good |
| Invoice*: | $29,422 - $40,373 | $30,227 - $30,970 |
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