2004 Buick Century vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Century | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |