2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 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 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (224 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3879 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
