2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro vs. 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro and 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 3.0 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 3.0 TDi Quattro (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4.
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2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro | 2008 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |