2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 215 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
