2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 vs. 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 and 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic.
Because 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T 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 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4. 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 | 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Sedan Quattro Tiptronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
