2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. 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 2005 Volvo V50. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |