2003 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
