2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Volvo S80

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 S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. 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 S80. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Audi Q5 2006 Volvo S80
Make Audi Volvo
Model Q5 S80
Year Released 2011 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2520 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1500 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 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1654 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2807 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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