2008 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro vs. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro and 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro.
Because 2008 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 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 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 3.0 Quattro | 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.2 FSi Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
