1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. 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 88 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. 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 2004 Volvo V70. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S6 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
