2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition vs. 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition and 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG (197 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition 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, 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition (320 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Quattro Sportback Ambition | 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback DSG | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
