2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI vs. 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI and 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI.
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, 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition (320 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI | 2005 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 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 | 1315 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
