2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic vs. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic and 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic and 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition 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 FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition 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 FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 2.0 FSI Sportback Ambition Tiptronic | 2007 Audi A3 2.0 T FSI Quattro Sportback Ambition | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1548 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 | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |