2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi vs. 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi and 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro (230 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 A6 3.0 TDi Quattro (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 T FSi | 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.1 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 | 1275 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 | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
