2.0T vs the 3.2 v6

[Tones92]

ok so im 17 and im looking to get an audi. i have a 2007 audi a4 3.2 v6 s-line with a manual tranny in black that im strongly considering. but i can never find mods for it online. why is that? and why does everyone get the 2.0T? and lastly whats the 0-60 on the 2.0T and the 3.2 engines? Thanks in advance

[yettavr6]

get the secret 4.2 v8

[wootwoot]

It must be nice to have parents with deep pockets...

[Tones92]

theres no secret 4.2 its the s4 and im paying for the larger sum of the car. but can somebody answer my questions??

[MCT9891]

arite before you get flamed, Heres the thing... this question has been answered 584920 times... you cant mod a v6 at all.. most you can do is exhaust, intake, small things like that. Do yourself a favor and buy a 2.0T. With just a $550 chip from GIAC REVO or APR it would be even faster than the v6

[ataylor]

theres no secret 4.2 its the s4 and im paying for the larger sum of the car. but can somebody answer my questions??

you probably won't find someone, but there are some things that can answer your questions..

like the FAQ at the top of the forum, and
the search button at the top as well


well I guess I ended up being that someone [up] man I'm not real good at this forum nazi thing. Grishbok get in here and welcome this guy! haha

[megafreakindeth]

the 2.0 gets more mpg, handles a little better, is easier to fix, and when comparing cost to hp its way cheaper to get much more power.

as for mods for a 3.2 being hard to find. have you tried looking? you can supercharge it, you can get headers for it. you can get intakes for it, probably all the silly bolt ons are available from pullies to cams.

its nice your parents will buy you an audi, a new one none the less, but the insurance and cost of maintaining it are going to be through the roof for a 17yo. not to mention if you crash an sline or bang the rims up or the usual crap that happens with an inexperienced driver, id hate to see it happen to a nice new sline. you should get a b5 2.8 quattro, or start with a jetta 24v gli. the jetta is newer, the insurance and maintence will be less, and smaller and easier to drive. probably jsut as fast. the b5 is a 6000 dollar car you can almsot afford to trash and almost as fast as a b8 3.2 since it weighs about 1500 pounds less.

theyre also cop magnets, especially when driven by younger guys.

[A4A4A4]

There are no mods for the 3.2 because it's N/A. There are mods for the 2.0T because it has a turbo (notice the T after 2.0). Everyone usually goes for the 2.0T because it's cheaper, lighter, more fuel efficient, with a chip (~$500) it's faster then the 3.2, and it is moddable. And for the 0-60 times, just google it, you'll find it.

[megafreakindeth]

the 3.2 sc is nice, i installed one on a customers car. but even after i dialed in the w/m injection my s4 spooled up and said goodbye. probably made him really happy about the bill he got. the weak point is the manifolds but he wasnt going to pay me what i wanted to do them, then it probably would have been able to tow my car away.

the 3.2 doesnt have mods people can afford... that doesnt mean there arent things to do to it.

[doctorheine]

arite before you get flamed, Heres the thing... this question has been answered 584920 times... you cant mod a v6 at all.. most you can do is exhaust, intake, small things like that. Do yourself a favor and buy a 2.0T. With just a $550 chip from GIAC REVO or APR it would be even faster than the v6

HUH... put the pipe down bro.. just a chip will not make it faster.. i know because i have had both.. i got rid of my 2.0t for the 3.2 and i can tell ya the 2.0t with apr is not faster... maybe after 2 grand put into it.. also 0 to 60 times is goin to be diff on every a4 depending on if its autocrap, manual, quattro, fwd... if you have the cash just push the button and tell ur parents to cosign on a new S4... tell them its got a combined fuel economy of 29mpg and its all wheel drive safe :-)

[Tones92]

N/A? and why isnt it available?

[MCT9891]

HUH... put the pipe down bro.. just a chip will not make it faster.. i know because i have had both.. i got rid of my 2.0t for the 3.2 and i can tell ya the 2.0t with apr is not faster... maybe after 2 grand put into it.. also 0 to 60 times is goin to be diff on every a4 depending on if its autocrap, manual, quattro, fwd... if you have the cash just push the button and tell ur parents to cosign on a new S4... tell them its got a combined fuel economy of 29mpg and its all wheel drive safe :-)

look around buddy... a4a4a4 said the same thing... a chipped 2.0T puts out 210 wheel horsepower... the 3.2 puts out ~205... but the chipped 2.0T puts out a lot more torque

[Spartan26]

theyre also cop magnets, especially when driven by younger guys.

True statement. Got pulled over for no reason this past weekend. No ticket just ran my license.

[Tones92]

ok so is there any upgrades for the 3.2? especially any chips i can buy?

[doctorheine]

bro i love the 2.0t its a great engine lots of potential... but i have personally taken down a cvt 2.0t stage 2 fwd and an mkv gti... im always down to test a 2.0t chipped manual with quattro but havnt even ran into 1... i went from the 2.0t to the 3.2 because i was tired of how many problems i had with mine... again i had one of the first 2.0ts not the newer ones... If you wana say that it can be made faster.. yes it can... but i cant agree with ya that just a chip will make it faster especially since i have been in that situation and seen the outcome...

[vintagespin]

n/a = naturally aspirated. no forced induction (ie turbo or supercharger). this makes it difficult to mod.

as stated before, the 2.0t is a better buy: turbocharged, lighter, cheaper, more fuel efficient, easy to chip and make faster. and make sure you don't get a CVT model (automatic front wheel drive). that transmission sucks.

[Tones92]

well i intend to get a manual tranny either way. but im really dissapointed because i really wanted the 3.2. is everyone sure theres no chips for the 3.2?

[doctorheine]

well i intend to get a manual tranny either way. but im really dissapointed because i really wanted the 3.2. is everyone sure theres no chips for the 3.2?

i know giac is or was working on one for the 3.2 in the a5... dont know if it would also be released for the a4 or q5

[MCT9891]

well i intend to get a manual tranny either way. but im really dissapointed because i really wanted the 3.2. is everyone sure theres no chips for the 3.2?

we're positive buddy

[MCT9891]

i know giac is or was working on one for the 3.2 in the a5... dont know if it would also be released for the a4 or q5

even if there was, it would be an increase of no more than like... 10 hp

[Tones92]

ok so the 2.0t is a better option then if i want to tune?

[MeteorS4Ti]

ok so the 2.0t is a better option then if i want to tune?

Obviously.....It's turbo-charged.

[Tones92]

i always jus figured the 3.2 would be better cause its got more hp.

[MeteorS4Ti]

i always jus figured the 3.2 would be better cause its got more hp.

Yeah but the 2.0T has 100x more potential than the 3.2. You can do so much to the 2.0T heck you can do a turbo upgrade and get 400hp+.....

[arbaz]

i always jus figured the 3.2 would be better cause its got more hp.

If you think that, then you're back to square one with this thread. Seriously, read the entire thread.

[MCT9891]

If you think that, then you're back to square one with this thread. Seriously, read the entire thread.

I agree, Listen man, I was in your position, I wanted the 3.2 so bad, but went for the 2.0T.

I now have a chip and couldnt be happier with 0-60 times in the high 5's low 6's... while the 0-60 on the 3.2 is 6.5

[bavaria75]

Tones:
Just decide and as the question yourself.

Do youlike to mod you car or leave it stock?

If you like to mod, get the 2.0T with some easy mods you will get the same or even better performance out of the engine.

If you like to leave you car stock, get the 3.2. Drives very nice, very limited mods available (or very expensive like a Supercharger sets you back 5K USD).

I'm a 3.0 driver and would not mod my car, so I'm very happy with what I got. Difference I'm 33 and have family and not the nerves to put most time and money in my car. (Even so I wish I could :-))
Do I wish my car had more power, sure. Just like everybody else on here. And believe me most of the guys here might get ~250-300 HP out of the 2.0 (1.8T) and still believe it's not enough.

By the way my estimate:
2.0T 0-60 is at ~7.4 stock
3.2 0-60 ia at ~6.5 stock

[RandyQUATTRO]

Forced induction is very addicting. Once you have it, you will crave the boost.[hail] My 2.0T 6MT has an APR chip, Stasis exhaust, and CAI and is certainly not the fastest car but it does put a simile on my face when I drive it and it can handle it's own. Combined with Stasis Ohlins coilovers and RS4 sway, it corners pretty well too.

The 3.2, on the other hand, with an aftermarket exhaust will have a very pleasing exhaust note. Maybe not as nice as an R32 or 4.2 S4, but still very nice. All in all, you will be happy with Quattro, whether a 2.0T, 3.2 or 4.2. I can't imagine driving anything else, especially on rainy days.

[A4A4A4]

i always jus figured the 3.2 would be better cause its got more hp.

First of all horsepower isn't everything. Weight, torque, and many other factors also affect how fast a car is.

Chipped Audi A4 2.0T = 255hp, 290 lb.ft according to Revo
Audi A4 3.2 = 255hp, 243 lb.ft

[Msu2312]

If you think that, then you're back to square one with this thread. Seriously, read the entire thread.
x2

[doctorheine]

i hate thursday night repeat threads :-P

[A4_Eyez]

ok so the 2.0t is a better option then if i want to tune?


Are you reading these threads?[rolleyes]

[greddy15]

my 2.0t chipped with cai beat a stock 3.2 by at least 3-4 lengths from a dig and 40 roll. trust me- the modded 2.0 is faster

[Mezzer]

No offence but has the SEARCH button been removed or something, this has been covered soooo many times. I'm going back to sleep...I mean work.

Heres a couple of threads to get you started.

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=274047

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=260911

[slimmj0k3r]

ok so im 17 and im looking to get an audi. i have a 2007 audi a4 3.2 v6 s-line with a manual tranny in black that im strongly considering. but i can never find mods for it online. why is that? and why does everyone get the 2.0T? and lastly whats the 0-60 on the 2.0T and the 3.2 engines? Thanks in advance

http://www.mylespaul.com/gallery/data/500/flamesuit.jpg

[A4_Eyez]

ok so the 2.0t is a better option then if i want to tune?

You should PM enzoballin...he's quite knowledgeable about heavily modded cars...you guys would get along[:d]

[Bllzll]

N/A? and why isnt it available?

+ rep

[event]

Why did the OP feel it necessary to post his age... Like everyone else said, get the 2.0. In the long run you'll have more fun with it if you're modding amongst other things. Even old a$$ N/A Audi models still don't have an aftermarket (just came from C5 A6).

[elwigglero]

we're positive buddy

Who's we? Unitronics makes a chip for the 3.2. The increase isn't nearly as dramatic as the 2.0t, but it's there and definitely available.

[BackInBlack]

http://www.unitronic.ca/performance-software-res.php?brand=AUDI&model=A4&year=2007&displacement=3.2L+FSI&x=12&y=11

Unitronic does make a "chip" for the 3.2FSI. I'm going to get it. By the way, I know that even with the chip and intake, a moderately modded 2.0T will still be faster than my car. Torque is very important in making cars fast and the 3.2 feels like it is missing some.

[eskimopunk]

You've obviously got deep pockets. Turbo that bitch [:D]

The A4 isn't a fast car. So if you're looking for a fast car then get an Evo or subie or VR6 A3 (good luck finding one of those lol) Or BT A3 2.0T Quattro

[a4bechly]

Does anyone know, on a 2.0T My T is red why is it red.

[a4bechly]

It has a turbo

[eskimopunk]

Does anyone know, on a 2.0T My T is red why is it red.

You have 47 more awhp than everybody else.

[a4bechly]

I still dont understand what is dif what do you mean by awhp

[eskimopunk]

I still dont understand what is dif what do you mean by awhp

Try using the search button every once in a while.

AWHP = All Wheel Horsepower.

It was a joke, because you're too lazy to search.

There is no difference.

[maka]

Re: 2.0T vs the 3.2 v6
Does anyone know, on a 2.0T My T is red why is it red.

Re: 2.0T vs the 3.2 v6
It has a turbo

I still dont understand what is dif what do you mean by awhp

Ahhahahahaa i like this guy. he's funny

[MeteorS4Ti]

Try using the search button every once in a while.

AWHP = All Wheel Horsepower.

It was a joke, because you're too lazy to search.

There is no difference.

Yes there is. The turbo is painted red if your "T" is red....:D

[A4_Eyez]

Does anyone know, on a 2.0T My T is red why is it red.

lol oh no~[headbang]

[oc-drop]

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q3/Misselaineous10/j5needinputmacro.png

[jriddle11]

Get the 2.0 if you want to mod it if not 3.2.

[Kerby]

You should PM enzoballin...he's quite knowledgeable about heavily modded cars...you guys would get along[:d]

[>_<][>_<][>_<] LMAOOO

[Kerby]

This thread is 100% pure FAIL

[ElectroMike]

This thread is 100% pure FAIL

http://91.121.132.199/gifs/9977.gif

[Michael N]

HUH... put the pipe down bro.. just a chip will not make it faster.. i know because i have had both.. i got rid of my 2.0t for the 3.2 and i can tell ya the 2.0t with apr is not faster... maybe after 2 grand put into it.. also 0 to 60 times is goin to be diff on every a4 depending on if its autocrap, manual, quattro, fwd... if you have the cash just push the button and tell ur parents to cosign on a new S4... tell them its got a combined fuel economy of 29mpg and its all wheel drive safe :-)



Bro YOU put down the pipe!. Apr stage 1 flash brings it up to 250 hp and 290 tq. If you did research and looked at how TQ matters more than HP at times! a stage 1 apr 2.0t will shit on a 3.2! and theres no point of getting a s4 when u can make a 2.0t with a couple grand way faster than the 4.2 v8

[b6onboost]

ignorance must be bliss.


theres no point of getting a s4 when u can make a 2.0t with a couple grand way faster than the 4.2 v8

[Sanjman]

I've never seen such a FAILED thread...

[greddy15]

Bro YOU put down the pipe!. Apr stage 1 flash brings it up to 250 hp and 290 tq. If you did research and looked at how TQ matters more than HP at times! a stage 1 apr 2.0t will shit on a 3.2! and theres no point of getting a s4 when u can make a 2.0t with a couple grand way faster than the 4.2 v8

the only thing u get with the s4 is the fact that u still hav ur warranty when its stock and the amount of car work to build up to get as fast or faster than an s4 loses ur warranty technically

[eskimopunk]

ignorance must be bliss.

I was about to comment on that too lol.

[infinitigor]

you cannot make the 2.0t faster then then N/A V8 with a couple of grand try 5k min... and yea lol this thread is full of fail

[LuckyNumberB7]

Lots-o-fail on multiple fronts.

[amata3.2]

What up-
Im new here, but have had 3 A4's: a 2004 1.8T, a 2005.5 2.0T, and I recently traded into a 2006 3.2 with 6 speed manual transmission. All had quattro, all were stock engines, and all were nice. The 3.2 (with a manual 6 speed) is the shit.

[Rufus]

Get the 2.0 is you want to mod it if not 3.2.

This pretty much answers the entire thread.

[CBRmatt600]

My name is Matt.

[CBRmatt600]

I think what needs to happen before any car purchases, is the OP needs to learn something about cars in general. Clearly he doesn't know shit, and wants his parents to buy him a new Audi so he can "tune" it. Dude doesn't know what N/A means, and he wants to tune this new car.

[Kolyan2k]

I think what needs to happen before any car purchases, is the OP needs to learn something about cars in general. Clearly he doesn't know shit, and wants his parents to buy him a new Audi so he can "tune" it. Dude doesn't know what N/A means, and he wants to tune this new car.

give a guy some break. he is a 17 yo spoiled brat :)

at 17. i didnt know shit about cars or tuning as well.

[CBRmatt600]

I did, because I saved up all my money from working and bought a POS RX-7, that I had to learn how to work on in order to keep it running. Which is pretty much the same thing that this kid should do.

[ElectroMike]

My name is Matt.

Hello Matt!

http://www.sternfannetwork.com/forum/images/smilies/Animations/xyxwave.gif

[A4_Eyez]

give a guy some break. he is a 17 yo spoiled brat :)

at 17. i didnt know shit about cars or tuning as well.

Yeah give a guy SOME break [>_<]

or cut him a break or whatever he said[:p]

[supamannn99]

http://wrathofnino.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/noob1nw81.jpg

[p1nk50ck]

Are you reading these threads?[rolleyes]

17 year olds don't know how to read, nor do they know how to search for things. it's a scientific fact.

[Tones92]

yea im reading them and i didnt really want to respond but i guess im gunna have to. for the record i am not a spoiled brat ive worked everyday this summer either on a lobster boat or at my uncles diner. 2nd off im thankfull i have parents who are generous enough to buy me my first car and that its an audi. 3rd, just because im not as knowledgeable as some of you may be about cars does not mean i know absolutly nothing about cars and for gods sake im 17 years old i shouldnt be as smart as some of you guys are about cars. also why would i buy a POS car when i can get a nicer newer car? thats just a stupid idea. and i know how to read thanks i have a 3.7 gpa.

[pw211]

man I hate seeing this. I spend time fighting on this forums against ignorance and assumptions against young people who own audis, like myself, and this happens. Its a search button and you don't have to be an old dude to use it.. don't give us a bad name

/rant

[ibiski]

yea im reading them and i didnt really want to respond but i guess im gunna have to. for the record i am not a spoiled brat ive worked everyday this summer either on a lobster boat or at my uncles diner. 2nd off im thankfull i have parents who are generous enough to buy me my first car and that its an audi. 3rd, just because im not as knowledgeable as some of you may be about cars does not mean i know absolutly nothing about cars and for gods sake im 17 years old i shouldnt be as smart as some of you guys are about cars. also why would i buy a POS car when i can get a nicer newer car? thats just a stupid idea. and i know how to read thanks i have a 3.7 gpa.

You really can't go wrong with either car, so get yourself whatever you like and can afford. BTW, not to be a dick, but your writing skills don't really reflect the 3.7 GPA.

[pw211]

Ahhahahahaa i like this guy. he's funny

I like this thread! But then when I think about I WANT TO SLAM A HAMMER INTO MY HEAD USING THE POINTY SIDE. [headbang] ignorance is bliss, but here at audizine we work to turn ignorance into a chance to get flamed so you understand how you fail..

[Tones92]

not trying to be a dick but people have been bashing me. im aware of search buttons i figured the best bet would be to ask audi owners. and ik my writing skills arent that great but that doesnt mean im not smart.

[pw211]

not trying to be a dick but people have been bashing me. im aware of search buttons i figured the best bet would be to ask audi owners. and ik my writing skills arent that great but that doesnt mean im not smart.

you are absolutely right they have been. and maybe you coulda used that 3.7 gpa to fig'r out that maybe someone else, or maybe like 12,234,289.1 other people have asked that question already and to search

[Tones92]

i figured i would ask for myself. but your right probably would have been easier.

[Insane_Audi]

honestly, i dont want to burst your bubble but you have very little knowledge of cars..go read the FAQ's and audizine wikipedia and a couple of threads that look important..you will get a building block for learning on this website

its hard to answer questions like that when you dont even know what AWHP is..cmon man help us out and go do some research on your own, its not going to hurt you

http://www.audizine.com/wiki/index.php?title=B7_A4

also check this thread out http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=267071

[pw211]

My name is Matt.

what is matt? is that like awhp or something? [confused]

[eskimopunk]

also why would i buy a POS car when i can get a nicer newer car? thats just a stupid idea. and i know how to read thanks i have a 3.7 gpa.

Because you don't know shit about cars, so if you buy a pos that you can work on and learn on a fuck up, it costs a lot less than to fuck up a nice audi. Thought you would've used your 3.7 to figure that out [rolleyes]

[Insane_Audi]

Because you don't know shit about cars, so if you buy a pos that you can work on and learn on a fuck up, it costs a lot less than to fuck up a nice audi. Thought you would've used your 3.7 to figure that out [rolleyes]

dont take offense to that, hes australien..cya in the GCC eskimo noob

[eboosted]

what is matt? is that like awhp or something? [confused]

You need to read the FAQ as well!!! matt stands for Motor Automatic Transmission Turbo, and if the last T is red the whole motor comes painted in red

[supamannn99]

oh shit this thread is getting a bit serious

http://www.alessandramastronardi.org/phpBB2/images/smilies/rotfl1.gif

[MeteorS4Ti]

2.0T for Modding, 3.2 for out of box power

0-60 - 2.0T - Approx. 7.3
0-60 - 3.2 - Approx. 6.5

THREAD CLOSED

BTW, I'm 17 also and fortunate to be able to get a new A4, but you can't come on asking the same question in your own thread that you think the 3.2 is better but were telling you the 2.0T is better to modify. As much as you may want the 3.2 to be better to mod, it ain't! Not trying to be rude but do some research. I've been researching B7 A4's since I was 15 knowing that, that was my dream first car at the time. Read, Read, Read!

[CBRmatt600]

I always chuckle at people who brag about their grades in high school. A parapalegic spider monkey could graduate high school.

[rg_a4]

http://91.121.132.199/gifs/9977.gif

love this...

[COLOAudi]

I would get the 2.0T and then just buy the 3.2 Badge and put it on the back of your car. That way you will get the extra hp from the 3.2 engine, but also have the turbos still for a quick boost. This will give a much higher 0-60 time imo

[p1nk50ck]

and i know how to read thanks i have a 3.7 gpa.

A scan of your report card would be sufficient proof

[ElectroMike]

http://flirkin.com/wp-content/gallery/gifs/gifs_04.gif

[eskimopunk]

oh shit this thread is getting a bit serious



Hey man, how long you had that avy? Did you steal it off spooledberries? lol

[supamannn99]

Hey man, how long you had that avy? Did you steal it off spooledberries? lol

I've had it for at least 6 months now.. lol. wtf is spooledberries?

[marty was here]

I've had it for at least 6 months now.. lol. wtf is spooledberries?

spooled b series

[asamu-95max]

I am also looking to buy a B7 A4, and I am still deciding between the 2.0T or the 3.2. The search function does not seem to work for me when I search for 2.0T vs 3.2. Other searches seem to work fine eg six cylinder

[davis449]

I am also looking to buy a B7 A4, and I am still deciding between the 2.0T or the 3.2. The search function does not seem to work for me when I search for 2.0T vs 3.2. Other searches seem to work fine eg six cylinder

Fine...I'll bite. Here's the summation of EVERY SINGLE FUCKING THREAD ABOUT THE TOPIC: 2.0T if you want to mod, 3.2 if you don't.

\thread

[A4_Eyez]

I am also looking to buy a B7 A4, and I am still deciding between the 2.0T or the 3.2. The search function does not seem to work for me when I search for 2.0T vs 3.2. Other searches seem to work fine eg six cylinder


[o_o][confused][>_>][rolleyes][:/]

[skistud]

buy the 3.2 and dont waste all your money throwing it into a 2.0, i had a 2.0 loaner and i personally thought it was a joke how underpowered it is, for off the showroom floor performance go with the 3.2 and it sounds like u got a nice one in mind... sorry to all you 2.0 people, i just prefer my engine over yours

[A4_Eyez]

buy the 3.2 and dont waste all your money throwing it into a 2.0, i had a 2.0 loaner and i personally thought it was a joke how underpowered it is, for off the showroom floor performance go with the 3.2 and it sounds like u got a nice one in mind... sorry to all you 2.0 people, i just prefer my engine over yours

It's okay because i know that all of us certainly prefer our engines over yours.[:D]

[davis449]

buy the 3.2 and dont waste all your money throwing it into a 2.0, i had a 2.0 loaner and i personally thought it was a joke how underpowered it is, for off the showroom floor performance go with the 3.2 and it sounds like u got a nice one in mind... sorry to all you 2.0 people, i just prefer my engine over yours

Don't remember seeing this post. Anyway, yeah, I can totally understand your personal preference. To each his own and I won't deny the FEW positives of the 3.2L engine, but talking about "wasting" money on modding a 2.0T is just ridiculous, not to mention flat out wrong. Price out an all things equal packaged 3.2 and 2.0T + engine mods in my signature and they will be about the same money (if not the 2.0T being a little less). At that point the 2.0T will walk all over the 3.2 in every aspect save for the exhaust note. Sorry man, it's the truth and you know it.

[A4_Eyez]

buy the 3.2 and dont waste all your money throwing it into a 2.0, i had a 2.0 loaner and i personally thought it was a joke how underpowered it is, for off the showroom floor performance go with the 3.2 and it sounds like u got a nice one in mind... sorry to all you 2.0 people, i just prefer my engine over yours


and what do you mean by "you 2.0 people"?[evilmad] j/k lol

[mingamells]

At that point the 2.0T will walk all over the 3.2 in every aspect save for the exhaust note. Sorry man, it's the truth and you know it.

Okay, let's all calm down a little.

For the OP: One point no one seems to mention is the smoothness of the 3.2. I too had a recent 2.0 loaner. The engine was significantly rougher than the 3.2. After driving my 3.2 daily, the 2.0 felt like a shaky diesel. And I would expect that none of the mods would smooth it out, so it would always be rougher than the 3.2.

So anyway, I like the 3.2 way better. But I'm not into mods. I just wanted to buy it and move on. And I really appreciate a smooth engine. That's my taste. I'm not into racing my DD, so the 3.2 is plenty satisfying. BTW, the stock 3.2 is faster than most of its category competitors. So from a performance standpoint, you're still getting a great car. You're just unable to get any more out of it than that. If that's enough for you, you're golden.

Agreed: 2.0 for mods; 3.2 for stock. But make sure you drive both. Don't just look at numbers. Make sure the experience satisfies you.

[event]

Okay, let's all calm down a little.

For the OP: One point no one seems to mention is the smoothness of the 3.2. I too had a recent 2.0 loaner. The engine was significantly rougher than the 3.2. After driving my 3.2 daily, the 2.0 felt like a shaky diesel. And I would expect that none of the mods would smooth it out, so it would always be rougher than the 3.2.



lol, you realize you can't judge any car based on a loaner right? Loaners are beat the $h*t, people drive them like they're stolen, they get massive refurbishing before resale at reduced prices. My dealer provides 2.0T A4 loaners during service intervals and holy hell they feel like they're dieing, even the low mileage '07s.

[yakky]

One thing not really mentioned is the fact that boost is fun. NA engines have a lot of advantages but to me they are boring compared to that nice whoosh of power that a turbo brings. The 3.2 has some grunt but the 2.0T is way more fun to drive for me.

[mingamells]

lol, you realize you can't judge any car based on a loaner right? Loaners are beat the $h*t, people drive them like they're stolen, they get massive refurbishing before resale at reduced prices. My dealer provides 2.0T A4 loaners during service intervals and holy hell they feel like they're dieing, even the low mileage '07s.

Can't deny that. But I push mine constantly. I don't think any loaners are driven any harder than I drive mine, other than hitting curbs and whatnot. Of course, I don't ride it at 6,500 all the time either. Point is, loaner or not, you can still compare cars. The roughness I felt in the loaner was not a result of abuse. It's a 4 cylinder - what are you gonna do?

Anyway, the 3.2 is way smoother than the 2.0, loaner or not. The 2.0 will beat the 3.2 after some mods. But it will never be as smooth. That's my point to the OP. If he doesn't care about smoothness and wants more acceleration, then he should get the 2.0.

[davis449]

Can't deny that. But I push mine constantly. I don't think any loaners are driven any harder than I drive mine, other than hitting curbs and whatnot. Of course, I don't ride it at 6,500 all the time either. Point is, loaner or not, you can still compare cars. The roughness I felt in the loaner was not a result of abuse. It's a 4 cylinder - what are you gonna do?

Anyway, the 3.2 is way smoother than the 2.0, loaner or not. The 2.0 will beat the 3.2 after some mods. But it will never be as smooth. That's my point to the OP. If he doesn't care about smoothness and wants more acceleration, then he should get the 2.0.

READ:


Here's the summation of EVERY SINGLE FUCKING THREAD ABOUT THE TOPIC: 2.0T if you want to mod, 3.2 if you don't.

[mingamells]

^ Oh relax. I did read that. I was making a point that doesn't get any attention.

Everyone was so cool on this forum until the 2.0 vs. 3.2 threads began. Maybe it's best to just avert my eyes next time one comes up.

[sl2.oturbo]

haha if you think the 2.0 is underpowered that 3.2 is wayyyyyy under powered IMO i drove both and i was pain full to drive the 3.2 it had no "GO!' i was testing stick's so maybe thats where the problem lays cause the loner car (Auto) i had felt nothing like my silky smooth 2.0t ;)

[wayneB7]

^ Oh relax. I did read that. I was making a point that doesn't get any attention.

Everyone was so cool on this forum until the 2.0 vs. 3.2 threads began. Maybe it's best to just avert my eyes next time one comes up.

Maybe it got the attention of some of us who don't bother to post for any number of reasons. I agree with your points.

We all have different priorities and POVs, but sometimes that is completely lost here in AZ. Unfortunately at precisely that time the usefulness of the thread nosedives into the gutter.

My 2 cents ...

[naiku]

You need to read the FAQ as well!!! matt stands for Motor Automatic Transmission Turbo, and if the last T is red the whole motor comes painted in red

Damn, I thought it was Multi Alternating Twin Turbo and the red T was what defined this from the stock K03 cars... back to the FAQ for me!!