2005 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 1995 Buick Park Avenue
Make Audi Buick
Model A6 Park Avenue
Year Released 2005 1995
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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