Volvo S90 2020 vs Audi A6 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 286 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 620 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Volvo S90 engine produces 96 HP less power than Audi A6, whereas torque is 220 NM less than Audi A6. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.8 | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, Volvo XC40 | Used also on Audi A7 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo S90 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Audi A6 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Volvo S90 2020 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo S90 2020 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.97 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo S90 is 3 cm longer than the Audi A6, width is practically the same , while the height of Volvo S90 is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 461 litres | 530 litres | |
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Audi A6 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S90 has 69 litres less trunk space than the Audi A6. This could mean that the Volvo S90 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 250 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo S90 is 238.9 metres more than that of the Audi A6, which means Volvo S90 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 35 200 | 32 800 | |
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