2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 vs. 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 and 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI 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 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI 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 3.0 TDI Quattro (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 | 2006 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1430 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 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
