2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1998 Buick Century

To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS6 1998 Buick Century
Make Audi Buick
Model RS6 Century
Year Released 2003 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 64 L


 

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