2012 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2012 Audi A3 and 2012 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Audi A3.
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, 2012 Volvo C70 (350 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
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2012 Audi A3 | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A3 | C70 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |