2004 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A8 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3009 mm |