2004 Buick Century vs. 2009 Audi A5

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Century 2009 Audi A5
Make Buick Audi
Model Century A5
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 16.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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