2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 130 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
