2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic vs. 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic and 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet 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, 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic.
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2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Multitronic | 2006 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Cabriolet | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |