1996 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 16 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
