2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (351 Nm). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2008 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
