2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 12 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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, 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
