2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction vs. 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition

To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction and 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro 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, 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction. 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 1.9 TDi Attraction 2008 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Ambition
Make Audi Audi
Model A3 A3
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 9.7 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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