2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (351 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
