2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro vs. 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro and 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro.
Because 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 3.0 TDi Quattro | 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.5 TDi | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
