Volvo V90 2016 vs Audi A6 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds | |
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Audi A6 is a more dynamic driving. Volvo V90 engine produces 14 HP less power than Audi A6, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Volvo V90 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 5.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V90 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo V90 consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that by driving the Volvo V90 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 105 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo V90 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1220 km in combined cycle | 1210 km in combined cycle | |
| 1340 km on highway | 1340 km on highway | ||
| 870 km with real consumption | 960 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 440'000 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 | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, Volvo XC40 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi Q5, 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 V90 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 V90 2016 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 V90 2016 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.94 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo V90 and Audi A6 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | 565 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1526 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V90 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Audi A6, which means Volvo V90 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`310 kg | 2`330 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`906 kg | 1`710 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 404 kg | 620 kg | |
| Volvo V90 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 53 procentiem less than Audi A6. Therefore, Audi A6 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| Audi A6 is better rated in child safety tests. The Volvo V90 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 17 600 | 25 000 | |
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