2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
