2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic vs. 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic and 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic.
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, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic.
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2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Automatic | 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Sportback Attraction Automatic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |