1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2833 mm |