1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S6 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
