2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |