2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | RS6 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
