2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
