2004 Audi A4 3 vs. 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Avant Quattro
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 3 and 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Avant 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 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 220 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Avant Quattro weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Audi A4 3.
Because 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Avant Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Avant 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 3 | 2004 Audi A4 3.0 Avant Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
