2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro vs. 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro and 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro.
Because 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 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, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro.
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2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro | 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |