2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition vs. 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition and 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition | 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1410 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 | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
