 I've had my TDI Wagon since May.  I 
previously had a 2001.5 1.8T 5 speed.  
Although I loved the efficiency 
of the engine of my old car,the low end 
torque of the 1.8T was simply not 
strong enough to handle extreme 
driveways and hills in and around 
Atlanta. The diesel is a completely 
different story altogether.  It comes 
off of the line quickly...so much so 
that the tires will squeal if punched 
too quickly....  The hills and steep 
driveways are no longer a problem from 
standing stops. Atl to DC on one tank 
of fuel.  I love it.