2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI vs. 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI and 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T 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, 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI (350 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 2.5 TDI | 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Avant Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1595 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 Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |