2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 159 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 V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A3 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |