2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 vs. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0.
Because 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro 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 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 | 2008 Audi A4 Avant 2.5 TDI Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |