2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Audi Allroad 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2005 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Allroad | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
