2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction vs. 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction

To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction and 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction.

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, 2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sportback Attraction 2007 Audi A3 1.6 FSI Attraction
Make Audi Audi
Model A3 A3
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 187 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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