2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic vs. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic.
Because 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic 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 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi. 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 2.0 T Cabriolet QuattroTiptronic | 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.0 FSi | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1405 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 | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
