2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A6 2007 Volvo V70
Make Audi Volvo
Model A6 V70
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3122 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 243 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.5 L/100km 12.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L