2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Volvo S40

To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2008 Volvo S40
Make Audi Volvo
Model A3 S40
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 187 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 6.8 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 1410 kg 1458 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L


 

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