a3 3.2v6 vs golf mk5 r32?

[p1tse]

how do they compare all round, not just performance etc.

am i correct in thinking the r32 is more vocal than the a3 v6?

any opinions on either of them?

 

[p1tse]

no comments then

 

[S3 Rav]

i like the way r32s sound.

 

[edition]

Driven both bought A3.....

 

[PNH80]

See the A3 2.0T Vs. GTI argument... It's exactly the same pro's and cons.

A3 feels more quality, executive. Is more understated and 'mature' i suppose.
R32 is a more driver focused, direct handling car. Maybe a little more 'boy racer' image but it's a lot more fun to drive.

So really it's not a case of which is the 'better' car.... More a case of what kind of driver/person you are.

 

[edition]

Agreed

Although the A3 can be made more focused I guess..... harder to make the R32 have a different interior

 

[itssam]

I'd be interested in the differences in the suspension, induction and exhaust between the two - anyone have any ideas what they are like?

 

[p1tse]

Driven both bought A3.....

why? can you tell me more please

 

[PNH80]

I'd be interested in the differences in the suspension, induction and exhaust between the two - anyone have any ideas what they are like?

Suspension wise i'd imagine not a massive difference between the R32 and S-Line set up. I'd be more interested which had the better brake set up. I'm guessing the R32.

Exhaust wise, the R32 is more vocal and has more of a raspy tone to it. If i were you i'd maybe have a look for some youtube videos on both cars. There's usually a lot of 'exhaust note' videos!

 

[edition]

Same brakes

Yes the A3 is more subdued sound wise (refined) but this could be altered easy enough i guess.

 

[itssam]

i'm sure someone mentioned the R32 has ARBs fitted as standard...

 

[edition]

Wouldnt like to drive mine without arbs.....

 

[V6Pete]

Same brakes

Yes the A3 is more subdued sound wise (refined) but this could be altered easy enough i guess.

Mine has a Pipercross Viper and Remus back box. No complaints about the sound

 

[p1tse]

Wouldnt like to drive mine without arbs.....

lol

i would assume different thickness, with the r32 thicker to reduce roll?

 

[p1tse]

Same brakes

Yes the A3 is more subdued sound wise (refined) but this could be altered easy enough i guess.

any suggestions on making it sound sweeter like the r32?

 

[p1tse]

I'd be interested in the differences in the suspension, induction and exhaust between the two - anyone have any ideas what they are like?

yeah me too

any one know what the front and rear thickness of the arbs are on the a3 v6?

 

[p1tse]

See the A3 2.0T Vs. GTI argument... It's exactly the same pro's and cons.
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will read through it when i get home (cough away from work) lol

 

[itssam]

lol

i would assume different thickness, with the r32 thicker to reduce roll?

indeedy, a total lack would be interesting

 

[edition]

Exhaust wise as pete suggests or a miltek.

 

[Lee_R]

My bro just got a Viper and a custom exhaust fitted to his R32, Sounds brilliant, the Viper sucks loudly indeed,. I try not to listen too much as my TDI gets jealous!

 

[voorhees]

driven both prefer the A3

 

[warren_S5]

driven both prefer the A3

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