2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | XC60 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
