2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic vs. 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic and 2008 Audi A4 3.0 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic.
Because 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 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 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 2.0 Multitronic | 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
