2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
