2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6 vs. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6 and 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cabriolet 3.0 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.6 | 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |