2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi A6 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
