2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volvo V50

To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2004 Audi A3 2007 Volvo V50
Make Audi Volvo
Model A3 V50
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 2519 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1479 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption City 13.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 62 L