2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |