2008 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S6 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
