2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 131 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1815 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
