2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T vs. 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T 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 91 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro.

Because 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi 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 3.2 FSi Quattro (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 T 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 1779 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 226 km/hour 254 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 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 8.5 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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