2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Avantissimo | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |
