2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Volvo S80

To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A3 2005 Volvo S80
Make Audi Volvo
Model A3 S80
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 2917 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 380 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 8.7:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1741 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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