2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition vs. 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic

To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition and 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,947 cc, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition (197 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition.

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 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic. 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2.0T FSI Sportback Ambition 2006 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Attraction Automatic
Make Audi Audi
Model A3 A3
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1947 cc 1896 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 105 HP
Torque 280 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 234 km/hour 187 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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