2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition Automatic vs. 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition Automatic and 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 Quattro Automatic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 Quattro Automatic weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition Automatic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition Automatic (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 Quattro Automatic. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 Quattro Automatic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition Automatic | 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 Quattro Automatic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |