2006 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2000 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
