2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Volvo C70. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | C70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |