2001 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
