2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI vs. 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI and 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI.
Because 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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 TDI Quattro (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 FSI | 2004 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
