2009 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 721 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.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
