2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T vs. 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T and 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. (160 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic 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 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 215 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 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic 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 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic 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 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T. 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T | 2005 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Tiptronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
