2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T vs. 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T and 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Cabriolet 1.8 T (231 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo.
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2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T | 2005 Audi A4 1.8 T Turbo | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |