2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic vs. 2005 Audi A4 2.4
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic and 2005 Audi A4 2.4 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, 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4 2.4. (168 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4 2.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Audi A4 2.4. 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 3.0 Multitronic (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 2.4. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 2.4. 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 2.4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 2.4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic | 2005 Audi A4 2.4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1440 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |