2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic vs. 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic and 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic 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 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic. (281 Nm @ 1800 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 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Multitronic | 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Quattro Tiptronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 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 | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
