2005 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
