2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro vs. 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro and 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 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 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 Allroad 2.5 TDi Quattro | 2008 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |