2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro vs. 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T.
Because 2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 1.9 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 1.9 TDI Quattro (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 1.9 TDI Quattro 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 1.9 TDI Quattro | 2004 Audi A4 1.8 T | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
