2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction vs. 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction and 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Audi A3 1.9 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, 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction. 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction | 2005 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi Automatic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |