1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Buick LeSabre were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
