How noticable is the Quattro?
08-14-2006, 09:12 PM
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How noticable is the Quattro?
I'm considering moving to Seattle because I love the rain and the outdoors, especially snowboarding. Looking for something upscale with AWD and good looks. The A4 fits all that. I've never driven an AWD vehicle before but for those who have, how is it?
There are rumors that the next gen Acura TL and TSX may get SH-AWD (and a 2.3T in the TSX). If those rumors hold true, i might get one of the Acuras...
There are rumors that the next gen Acura TL and TSX may get SH-AWD (and a 2.3T in the TSX). If those rumors hold true, i might get one of the Acuras...
08-15-2006, 05:43 AM
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quattro Versus the Competition ...
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08-15-2006, 06:44 AM
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Take a test drive on a rainy day. You'll be amazed.
Quattro is seamless and transparent. The torsen center differential creates a constant tug of war between the front and rear axles. Torque is constantly being varied between the two. This gives the car amazing stability in all conditions.
Also, because of this torque 'tug-of-war', quattro is more of a proactive system than other reactive type AWD systems that wait until wheel spin is detected before redistributing torque.
The Honda system is a pretty clever innovation though. In theory, it should provide some clear handling benefits. I've never test driven a car with it, however, so I can't comment.
The thing I like about Audi's quattro system is that it is a purely mechanical system -- only 9 moving parts! No computers to make decisions for you and rock solid reliability.
More info at the link...<ul><li><a href="http://www.autozine.org/technical_school/traction/tech_traction_4wd.htm">Click here to learn more about how AWD works!</a></li></ul>
Also, because of this torque 'tug-of-war', quattro is more of a proactive system than other reactive type AWD systems that wait until wheel spin is detected before redistributing torque.
The Honda system is a pretty clever innovation though. In theory, it should provide some clear handling benefits. I've never test driven a car with it, however, so I can't comment.
The thing I like about Audi's quattro system is that it is a purely mechanical system -- only 9 moving parts! No computers to make decisions for you and rock solid reliability.
More info at the link...<ul><li><a href="http://www.autozine.org/technical_school/traction/tech_traction_4wd.htm">Click here to learn more about how AWD works!</a></li></ul>
08-15-2006, 07:11 AM
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Ah...
Quattro helps you with acceleration...does nothing for braking...and helps a little bit in cornering.
I am on my eighth Audi...all but one has been quattro. It is going to be very hard NOT to buy a quattro car ever again.
I am on my eighth Audi...all but one has been quattro. It is going to be very hard NOT to buy a quattro car ever again.
