1998 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
