2000 Audi Allroad vs. 2004 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 2004 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
