1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LeSabre | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
