2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6.

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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Volvo V70
Make Audi Volvo
Model A6 V70
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3121 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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