2006 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG vs. 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG and 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 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. 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T.
Because 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 281 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG | 2006 Audi A3 2.0 T | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
