2008 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
