2006 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Audi S6 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S6 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | S6 | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |