2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 vs. 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 and 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic 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 A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic 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 A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 | 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2967 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |