2004 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 218 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
