2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI vs. 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T Quattro

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI and 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T Quattro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 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. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T Quattro.

Because 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T 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 Avant 2.5 TDI (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T Quattro. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T Quattro.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T Quattro
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A4
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 222 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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