2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 517 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.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
