2008 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro vs. 2008 Audi A6 2.0 TDi
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro and 2008 Audi A6 2.0 TDi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc, 2008 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Audi A6 2.0 TDi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A6 2.0 TDi (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 2.0 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 3.0 Quattro | 2008 Audi A6 2.0 TDi | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
