1994 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 2002 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
