2008 Audi A3 2.0 T vs. 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 2.0 T and 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 2.0 T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 T (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 T should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 T.
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 T (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 2.0 T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 2.0 T | 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Sportback Attraction | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
