2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi vs. 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi and 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 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 55 kg more than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0. (300 Nm @ 3200 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 Cabriolet 3.0.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.7 TDi | 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
