2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG vs. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG and 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG 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, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T DSG | 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Ambiton Tiptronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
