Volvo V70 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V70 engine produces 25 HP more power than Audi A6, whereas torque is 25 NM more than Audi A6. Thanks to more power Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.6
6.9
Real fuel consumption:
6.5 l/100km
6.7 l/100km
By specification Volvo V70 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that by driving the Volvo V70 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo V70 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6.
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:
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volvo S80, Volvo 850, Volvo S70
Used also on Audi 100
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:
4.72 m
4.80 m
Width:
1.76 m
1.78 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Volvo V70 is 8 cm shorter than the Audi A6, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Volvo V70 is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
420 litres
390 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1580 litres
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Volvo V70 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Audi A6 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter:
10.2 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo V70 is 1.2 metres less than that of the Audi A6, which means Volvo V70 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
