2001 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
