2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro vs. 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro 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 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic. (231 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro.
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 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro. (330 Nm @ 3250 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 3.2 FSi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Quattro | 2008 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3121 cc | 2967 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |