2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Tiptronic vs. 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Tiptronic and 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic 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 Sportback Ambition Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Tiptronic.
Because 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Tiptronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic 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 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Tiptronic. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Tiptronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 2.0 FSi Attraction Tiptronic | 2008 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 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 |
