2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
