2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition vs. 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition and 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 3.2 Quattro Ambition (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Ambition | 2008 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Quattro Sportback Ambition | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1545 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 | 10.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
