2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2012 Volvo S80 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | S80 | A3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1822 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |