2008 Volvo C70 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Volvo C70 and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volvo C70 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | C70 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |