2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic vs. 2009 Audi A4 1.6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic and 2009 Audi A4 1.6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4 1.6. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4 1.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 1.6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic.
Because 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4 1.6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic 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 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4 1.6. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4 1.6. 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 1.6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 1.6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 3.2 Sedan Quattro Tiptronic | 2009 Audi A4 1.6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |