Quattro/FWD
09-16-2003, 08:27 AM
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Quattro/FWD
I'm know this topic comes up constantly, but I have some specific thoughts/concerns.
I am looking to get a 2003 TT while deals abound. I would prefer a quattro coupe, but I am not sure it is worth the roughly 10-15 percent more over the FWD coupe. I have never driven a manual, so I would have to learn if I got the quattro. Also, 225HP vs. 180HP does not matter to me. My main concerns are as follows:
1. I need a car that can handle in the snow. That said, my most recent Audis include a 1993 100S FWD and a 1996 A6 FWD. These cars have always been wonderful in the snow. I have driven through blizzards (well, one *real* blizzard), ice, rain, etc. I've never had a problem with Audi FWD in all weather. Does the FWD TT also perform well in the snow? Or does the TT really need quattro for winter driving?
2. The safety of the car is of utmost importance. The FWD and quattro have the same basic safety features, of course, with the main difference being AWD vs. FWD. Another issue, however, is that the quattro is about 300 LBS heavier than the FWD -- this seems like a significant difference in weight and, potentially, in structural stability. Am I totally wrong on that assertion?
3. What am I missing? Thanks for the input!
-- AB
I am looking to get a 2003 TT while deals abound. I would prefer a quattro coupe, but I am not sure it is worth the roughly 10-15 percent more over the FWD coupe. I have never driven a manual, so I would have to learn if I got the quattro. Also, 225HP vs. 180HP does not matter to me. My main concerns are as follows:
1. I need a car that can handle in the snow. That said, my most recent Audis include a 1993 100S FWD and a 1996 A6 FWD. These cars have always been wonderful in the snow. I have driven through blizzards (well, one *real* blizzard), ice, rain, etc. I've never had a problem with Audi FWD in all weather. Does the FWD TT also perform well in the snow? Or does the TT really need quattro for winter driving?
2. The safety of the car is of utmost importance. The FWD and quattro have the same basic safety features, of course, with the main difference being AWD vs. FWD. Another issue, however, is that the quattro is about 300 LBS heavier than the FWD -- this seems like a significant difference in weight and, potentially, in structural stability. Am I totally wrong on that assertion?
3. What am I missing? Thanks for the input!
-- AB
09-16-2003, 08:33 AM
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Go for the Quattro. I have a FWD and unless you buy new tires for the winter
the car performs decent at best in bad weather. That is why I drive my 03 Pathfinder in the snow. The TT is my 3rd car and mostly daily driver, but you CAN NOT get a good feel for the 180 in an AUTOMATIC IMO.
225 and 180 huge difference in the newer models. U can not go wrong w/225 quattro or a 180. You decide.
225 and 180 huge difference in the newer models. U can not go wrong w/225 quattro or a 180. You decide.
09-16-2003, 08:39 AM
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my suggestion is to learn how to drive manual w/quattro just to see if EXHILIRATION factor
influences your choice. And this means being in as much control of a car as technologically posible for a moderately priced, mass quantity vehicle. Mass quantity means less than 10,000 yearly units; a small number compared to average.
09-16-2003, 08:59 AM
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Depens how much snow go thru winter. ..
god winter wheels & side traction control will do wonders for a rear wheele drive car. for FWD
you wont feel it unless of course you are agressive driver then 225hp is a must + chip + quatro+winter tires = fun drive all year around,
safe too, well depens on you. if you never used shifter it might be safer to go for auto, then go for 3.2 V6. everything you want but $$$ more.
Sorry for a novel, hope it helps.
you wont feel it unless of course you are agressive driver then 225hp is a must + chip + quatro+winter tires = fun drive all year around,
safe too, well depens on you. if you never used shifter it might be safer to go for auto, then go for 3.2 V6. everything you want but $$$ more.
Sorry for a novel, hope it helps.
