2000 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1993 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
