1997 Buick Century vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Century | S4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
