1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 Volvo 960 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. 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 960. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 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.
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1996 Audi S6 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | S6 | 960 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |