2009 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90.
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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S6 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
