Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,285 mm | 4,628 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,864 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,422 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,660 kg | 1,769 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 67 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 968 mm | 973 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,394 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 950 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,359 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 851 mm | 33 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 340 L | 31 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,546 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
2008 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review |