2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T vs. 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T and 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic 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 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T | 2008 Audi A4 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1590 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 | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |