2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Buick Century

To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Century. 2005 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Audi A4 2005 Buick Century
Make Audi Buick
Model A4 Century
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 264 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L