2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |