2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro vs. 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro and 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI 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, 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro | 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |