2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (217 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 90 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo XC70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo XC70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi RS6 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | RS6 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |