2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSi vs. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDi

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSi and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 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, 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSi weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 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 Avant 2.0 TDi (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSi. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSi.

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2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSi 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDi
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A4
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1968 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 139 HP
Torque 280 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 230 km/hour 207 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.6 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L