2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |