2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro vs. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro and 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. (160 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 2.5 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, 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI Quattro | 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |