2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
