2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic vs. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi. 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 Multitronic (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic | 2008 Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |