2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 vs. 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 and 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi 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 A6 3.2 FSi Quattro (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 | 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
