2009 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Sportback Ambition vs. 2009 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Sportback Ambition and 2009 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Sportback Ambition. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Sportback Ambition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Audi A3 2.0 TDi 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Audi A3 2.0 TDi Quattro Sportback Ambition | 2009 Audi A3 3.2 Quattro Sportback Ambition Automatic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |