2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio vs. 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio and 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi DPF Quattro Cabrio | 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
