2009 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
