2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro vs. 2004 Audi A4 1.8
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro and 2004 Audi A4 1.8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4 1.8. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Audi A4 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4 1.8. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Quattro | 2004 Audi A4 1.8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |