2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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, both vehicles can yield 280 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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2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A3 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1947 cc | 2400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |