2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
