2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi vs. 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T FSi DTM
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi and 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T FSi DTM 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 FSi DTM is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T FSi DTM weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T FSi DTM. (280 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 FSi DTM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDi | 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T FSi DTM | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
