2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic vs. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic and 2008 Audi A4 Avant 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, 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic | 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2965 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
