2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo XC70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A6 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |