2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |