2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS6 and 2004 Buick Park Avenue were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi RS6 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | RS6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |