2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |