2007 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 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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2007 Audi A3 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A3 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |