2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic vs. 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic and 2006 Audi A4 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro. 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI Multitronic | 2006 Audi A4 1.8 T Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1460 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 | 5.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |