2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic vs. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic | 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 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 | 10.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |