2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
