2004 Buick Century vs. 2006 Audi A4

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Century 2006 Audi A4
Make Buick Audi
Model Century A4
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L