2004 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 vs. 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 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 Avant 2.4 weights approximately 165 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 Avant 2.4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 | 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
