2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 330 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |