2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LaCrosse | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
