2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet vs. 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet and 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet (300 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T.
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2004 Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet | 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |