2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro vs. 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro and 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro.

Because 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro 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, both vehicles can yield 225 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 Avant 1.8 T Quattro 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A4
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
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 161 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 223 km/hour 226 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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