2007 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |