2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual vs. 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual and 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback Ambitionual | 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro DSG | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1525 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 | 6.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |