2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction vs. 2009 Audi A3 1.6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction and 2009 Audi A3 1.6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3 1.6. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3 1.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Audi A3 1.6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3 1.6. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3 1.6.
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2009 Audi A3 1.6 FSi Sportback Attraction | 2009 Audi A3 1.6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |