2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Volvo S60

To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Audi Q5 2006 Volvo S60
Make Audi Volvo
Model Q5 S60
Year Released 2011 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1533 kg
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1654 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2807 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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