2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 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), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. 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 (310 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
