2010 Volvo C30 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volvo C30 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | C30 | A6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4265 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |