2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volvo S80

To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.

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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2011 Volvo S80
Make Audi Volvo
Model A6 S80
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 329 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1838 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1862 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1494 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2835 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.5 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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