1996 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
