2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet vs. 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet and 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic 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, 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet. 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 1.8 T Cabriolet | 2007 Audi A4 3.0 TDI DPF Quattro Cabriolet Automatic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 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 | 1950 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 | 226 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
