2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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 148 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | RS6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
