2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LaCrosse | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
