2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |