2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic vs. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic and 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T 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 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 Avant 2.5TDI Quattro Tiptronic | 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
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 | 177 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 240 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 | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |