Volvo V70 is a more dynamic driving. Audi A6 engine produces 25 HP less power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 25 NM less than Volvo V70. Due to the lower power, Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
6.6
Real fuel consumption:
6.7 l/100km
6.5 l/100km
By specification Audi A6 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A6 could require 45 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A6 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70.
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:
6 years
6 years
Engine spread:
Used also on Audi 100
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volvo S80, Volvo 850, Volvo S70
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo V70 might be a better choice in this respect.
Audi A6 1994 2.5 engine: Very reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause problems.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.76 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.41 m
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A6 is 8 cm longer than the Volvo V70, 2 cm wider, while the height of Audi A6 is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
390 litres
420 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1580 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Audi A6 has 30 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70. This could mean that the Audi A6 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 1.2 metres more than that of the Volvo V70, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
