1994 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 607 kg more than 1994 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4. 2011 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3009 mm |
