2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A4 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3009 mm |