2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (167 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
