2005 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 1999 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. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1910 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
