2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S80 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
