2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI vs. 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI and 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI.
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2004 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI | 2004 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Attraction | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |