1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (125 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S6 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
