2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 301 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 2007 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2792 cc |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1891 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3009 mm |