1998 Audi AL2 vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi AL2 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 866 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi AL2 | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | AL2 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 205 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |