2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70.

Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.

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