2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 31 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
