2000 Audi S3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S3 | GTD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
