2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic vs. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic and 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic (161 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic.
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 Avant 1.9 TDi (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.8T Multitronic | 2005 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
