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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 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 87 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.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 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 | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |