2012 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo C30 would be higher. Both 2012 Audi A5 and 2011 Volvo C30 are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A5 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
