2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi vs. 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi and 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant 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 2,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic.
Because 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant 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 Avant 2.7 TDi (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic. 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi | 2009 Audi A4 2.0 T Avant Quattro Tiptronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
