2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic vs. 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic and 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG.
Because 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG 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, 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 2.0T FSi Ambition Sportback S-Tronic | 2009 Audi A3 2.0 T AWD DSG | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
