1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LeSabre | A6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
