2007 Audi A3 2 vs. 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 2 and 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3 2. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Audi A3 2. 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 Quattroual is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual 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 3.2 V6 Quattroual (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3 2. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 2 | 2007 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattroual | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1495 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 | 7.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
