2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo V50 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
