2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi vs. 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi and 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition 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 (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Audi A3 2.0T 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, 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi.
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2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSi | 2006 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition DSG | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |