2012 Audi A3 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, both 2012 Audi A3 and 2012 SSC Tuatara were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1150 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SSC Tuatara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3. 2012 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Audi A3 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Audi | SSC |
Model | A3 | Tuatara |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2667 mm |