2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 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), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3009 mm |