1996 Volvo V40 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo V40 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | V40 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2842 mm |
