2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
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2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | S6 | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |