2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic vs. 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic and 2008 Audi A6 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic.
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, 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic | 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Automatic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2965 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1820 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 | 10.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
