2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
