The Audi A4 B5 version was launched in the year 1994 and its production ended in the year 2001.

It was first manufactured as a four door sedan and later five door Avant has been introduced. The European versions consisted of 1.6 and 2.8 liter engines that deliver an output power of 89 bhp to 108 bhp. The Audi A4 is also the first to feature 1.8L 20V turbocharged engine. This engine delivered an output power of 148 bhp and 155 lb-ft torque.

Audi A4 (B5)
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In between 1998 to 2001 several modifications have been done which included the new 2.8L V6 30-valve engine and 2.5L V6 turbocharged diesel engine with six speed manual transmission and delivered an output power of 148 bhp. Also the exteriors, interiors, door handles, headlights and rear lights are also modified.

The petrol engines used in the B5 are: –

• 1.6 I4 8V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 99 bhp, 103 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 118 mph.
• 1.6 I4 8V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 101 bhp, 109 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 119 mph.
• 1.8 I4 20V DOHC engine that delivered an output power of 123 bhp, 128 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 127 mph.
• 1.8 I4 20V DOHC turbocharged engine that delivered an output power of 148 bhp, 155 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 137 mph.
• 2.4 V6 30V DOHC engine that delivered an output power of 163 bhp, 170 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 140 mph.
• 2.6 V6 12V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 148 bhp, 166 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 137 mph.
• 2.8 V6 30V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 190 bhp, 207 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 149 mph.

The petrol engines used in the B5 are: –

• 1.9 DI I4 8V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 74 bhp, 111 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 106 mph.
• 1.9 TDI I4 8V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 89 bhp, 149 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 114 mph.
• 1.9 TDI I4 8V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 108 bhp, 173 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 121 mph.
• 1.9 TDI I4 8V SOHC engine that delivered an output power of 113 bhp, 210 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 124 mph.
• 2.5 V6 TDI 24V DOHC engine that delivered an output power of 148 bhp, 229 lb-ft torque and the top speed is about 1237 mph.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 4-door sedan and 5-door Avant
Configuration: – Front Engine
Transmission: – 5-Speed Manual and 4-Speed Automatic
Wheelbase: – 103.0 inches
Width: – 68.1 inches
Length: – 176.7 inches
Height: – 56.7 inches

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The Audi A4 B6 version was launched in the year 2001 and its production ended in the year 2005.

The styling for the B6 version was done based on Audi A6. It consisted of 1.6 L petrol and gasoline engines and it also featured a 1.6 L I4 engine that delivered an output power of 148 bhp and 178 bhp with six speed manual transmission. Later this engine was replaced by 2.0L I4 20V engine that delivers an output power of 217 bhp and 221 lb-ft torque. It also features Anti-lock braking system, Electronic Stability Program and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.

Audi A4 B6
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In the year 2002, 1.8 turbo engine was used, and it delivered an output power of 161 bhp to 187 bhp. Later 4.2 L V8 engine was used which delivers an output power of 339 bhp.

Over the years the petrol engines used in the B6 are: –

• 1.6 L I4 engine that delivers an output power of 101 bhp
• 2.0 L 16V I4 engine that delivers an output power of 130 bhp
• 2.0 L FSI 16V I4 engine that delivers an output power of 148 bhp
• 1.8 L 20V I4 engine that delivers an output power of 148 bhp and 161 bhp
• 1.8 L 20V S line I4 engine that delivers an output power of 178 bhp and 187 bhp
• 2.4 L V6 30V engine that delivers an output power of 168 bhp
• 3.0 L V6 30V engine that delivers an output power of 217 bhp

The diesel engines used in the B6 are: –

• 1.9 L I4 TDI engine that delivers an output power of 99 bhp and 128 bhp
• 2.5 L V6 TDI 24V engine that delivers an output power of 153 bhp and 178 bhp.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 4-door sedan and 5-door Avant
Configuration: – Front Engine
Transmission: – 5-Speed and 6-Speed Manual, 5-Speed and 6-Speed Automatic
Wheelbase: – 104.3 inches
Width: – 70.0 inches
Length: – 180.0 inches
Height: – 54.8 inches

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The Audi A4 (B7) version was launched in the year 2005 and its production ended in the year 2008.

The 2005 models consisted of 2.0 L 20V I4 and 3.2 L V6 FSI engines in both petrol and gasoline versions. These engines consisted of four valves for each cylinder and delivered an output power of 197 bhp and 252 bhp. Later 2.0 L I4 TDI engine with 16 valves has been used, and this engine was replaced by 3.0 L V6 TDI engine that delivers an output power of 230 bhp.

In the next models, four wheel drives was common and six speed automatic multitronic transmissions was used in the place of five speed manual transmission. The car also features side airbags, curtain airbags and Anti-lock Braking System.

The petrol engines used in the B7 are: –

• 1.6 L I4 engine that delivers an output power of 101 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 12.6 seconds and the top speed is about 120 mph.
• 2.0 L 20V I4 engine that delivers an output power of 128 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 9.9 seconds and the top speed is about 131 mph.
• 1.8 L I4 TFSI engine that delivers an output power of 161 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 8.7 seconds and the top speed is about 140 mph.
• 2.0 L I4 TFSI engine that delivers an output power of 197 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 7.3 seconds and the top speed is about 149mph.
• 3.2 L V6 FSI engine that delivers an output power of 252 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 6.8 seconds and the top speed is about 155 mph.

The diesel engines used in the B7 are: –

• 1.9 L TDI engine that delivers an output power of 113 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 11.2 seconds and the top speed is about 124 mph.
• 2.0 L TDI engine that delivers an output power of 168 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 8.6 seconds and the top speed is about 141 mph.
• 2.0 L TDI quattro engine that delivers an output power of 168 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 8.5 seconds and the top speed is about 139 mph.
• 2.7 L V6 TDI engine that delivers an output power of 178 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 8.4 seconds and the top speed is about 143 mph.
• 3.0 L V6 TDI quattro engine that delivers an output power of 230 bhp, it attains the speed of 62 mph in 6.8 seconds and the top speed is about 153 mph.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 4-door sedan, 2-door convertible and 5-door Avant
Configuration: – Front Engine
Transmission: – 5-Speed and 6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic and 6-speed Multitronic
Wheelbase: – 104.3 inches
Width: – 70.0 inches
Length: – 180.0 inches
Height: – 59.8 inches

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The name Audi TT is closely linked with motorcycle racing, with its “TT” initials derived from the Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy) motorcycle racing where an Audi unit, car and motorbike maker NSU, had successful campaigns.

Designed as a sports car, Audi TT comes in two variants, a 2 + 2 sports coupe and a two-seat roadster. This sports car is distinctive for its award-winning interiors and seamless design achieved through a pioneering laser welding technology. Now on its second generation, the Audi TT is powered by an internal combustion engine that is transversely mounted, operating either as front- or quattro four-wheel drive. The Audi TT has a 1.8 liter in-line four-cylinder 20-valve turbocharged engine. The first diesel-engined version of this sports car was launched in 2008 with a fuel consumption of 5.3 liters for every 100 kilometers. In 2008, Audi also launched TTS quattro with modified cylinder head and block, and fuel injectors.

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Ford Aspire was a car sold in the US and Canada by Ford Motors Company from 1994-1997. It is the Ford Festiva’s subcompact car second-generation. Ford Aspire was designed as a hatchback with either three or five doors. Aspire vehicles were produced in South Korea by Kia Motors while the engines and components were done in Japan by Mazda. It was known in Japan and Australasia as the Ford Festiva. In North America, Ford Aspire was known to be the first one in its class to be produced with dual air bags and an optional four-wheel ABS.

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From 1994-1995, one SE model included a tachometer, wheels with alloy and a rear spoiler. In also included an upgraded interior with fog lights and SE badging. Minor changes such as the inclusion of an oval grille and rounded headlamps were made in 1997.

However, it was mentioned in the book, The World’s Worst Cars because of its tendency to rust. Other weak points include some problems with its chassis and break lamp assemblies which are prone to water leaks.

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