2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
