2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi vs. 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi and 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF 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 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi | 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Cabriolet DPF | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
