2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
