2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (331 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S80 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
